New ATM Rule in Nepal: Bank Employee Contact Information Now Mandatory Inside Booths


In a significant step towards enhancing customer service and addressing ATM-related issues, banks in Nepal have introduced a new rule requiring every ATM booth to display the name and mobile number of a designated bank employee. This move aims to provide immediate assistance to customers who face transaction failures, cash dispensing errors, or other technical difficulties.

Many bank customers in Nepal have long struggled with ATM issues such as unsuccessful withdrawals, card jams, or money being debited without cash being dispensed. Previously, resolving these concerns involved calling general customer service lines or visiting bank branches, often leading to delays and frustration. By mandating direct contact information inside ATM booths, banks aim to streamline the resolution process, making it quicker and more efficient.

Before this initiative, customers primarily relied on general customer service helplines and online support for ATM-related issues. Some of the existing practices include:

  • Nepal SBI Bank: Offers a toll-free number (16600120012) and a SIP line (01-5970333) for customer inquiries.
  • Himalayan Bank: Provides round-the-clock support through a toll-free number (1660-01-12000), Viber/WhatsApp (+977 9803560838), and dedicated card service lines.
  • Siddhartha Bank: Operates ‘Siddhartha Care’ with contact numbers (+977-01-5970020, 1660-01-24024) and a chat service (+977-9851242919).

While these options have been helpful, they often require long waiting times. The new policy allows customers to reach an assigned bank employee directly at the ATM location, ensuring a more immediate resolution.

For this system to be effective, all banks must consistently update and maintain the contact details displayed in ATM booths. Customers should look for this information and use it whenever they encounter problems. Additionally, banks are expected to monitor how well this initiative works and make improvements as necessary.

Requiring ATMs to display a bank employee’s contact information is a major step in improving Nepal’s banking experience. By allowing direct communication between customers and bank representatives, this initiative is expected to reduce delays and enhance customer satisfaction. However, the success of this rule will depend on how well banks implement and maintain the system in the long run.

Would you use this new system if you had an ATM issue? Let us know your thoughts!

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